The actor will reprise his performance as Dr. Pomatter, joining Betsy Wolfe in the Sara Bareilles musical.

Drew Gehling
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The doctor is back in. Drew Gehling, who originated the role of Dr. Pomatter in the Broadway musical Waitress, will return to the show to reprise his performance beginning June 27. He takes over at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre for Chris Diamantopoulos, who will take his final bow June 25.

Drew Gehling and Jessie Mueller in WaitressJeremy Daniel

Gehling will also star in the pre-Broadway engagement of Roman Holiday, a musical adaptation of the 1953 film featuring the music of Cole Porter, in San Francisco. Performances will run May 23 through June 18.

When the actor returns to the role, he will join a cast led by Betsy Wolfe, who takes center stage as Jenna Hunterson beginning June 13. The role is currently played by the show’s composer and lyricist, Grammy and Tony nominee Sara Bareilles.